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Skills, education, and work experience make it more likely that you will get a (good) job - sooner than later.

The reality is that you need skills to earn the bucks. Skills can be gained in a variety of ways: education & training, apprenticeships, internships, volunteering, self-directed learing, and employment. Education and work experience is also important to employers. This page provides information to help you become more attractive to employers.

Volunteer positions and internships are a great way to get your foot in the door of an agency or business that you might like to work for. It's an opportunity to demonstrate that you have the potential to be an excellent employee. Once you're there, an organization might discover that they need to create a paid position for you. Also, experiences like these are where you can earn great references. (You need 3-4 references for job applications!)

Many people discover that they enjoy learning on their own - in their own way and at their own pace. This is sometimes referred to as "self-directed learning." To do this successfully, people usually need a combination of motivation, time, and quality education materials. Click here to access a list of education resources, which could match up with your interests and help you achieve your career goals.